**Adrian** The Administrative Officer spoke courageously, and every eye was on him. I was astonished because I hadn't expected him to do such a thing. I felt like attacking him in anger, but I had to restrain myself and maintain my composure. That was a drastic decision made by Mr. Owen. He started rubbing his palms together, looking nervous as he stared at me until our eyes met. I was filled with fury, having concluded that I would sack all of them. I didn't care if the public would destroy my image for dismissing my staff members. “Okay, let me explain something to you, sir,” he said. “Mrs. Violet came to my office to discuss something important. She forgot the document on my table, so I kept it safe because I knew she would need it.” Mr. Violet was shaking like a leaf, staring at

